APT / THREAT GROUP
PintSized
2
aliases
Last seen:Mar 17, 2026
Intelligence Profile
Backdoor as a fork of OpenSSH_6.0 with no logging, and “-P” and “-z” hidden command arguments. “PuffySSH_5.8p1” string.
Threat Analysis
PintSized is a known-sophistication threat actor of undetermined national origin, engaged in cyber operations with a primary motivation of unknown activity patterns.
External References
Quick Facts
TypeAPT / Threat Group
Aliases2
Also Known As
osx.pintsizedPintSized
External Intelligence
Malpedia: osx.pintsizedResearch Links
Data sourced from Malpedia, Ransomware.live, RansomLook, and CTIWATCH OSINT collection. Actor attribution is based on available intelligence and may be incomplete.